Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
- Wide ratio gears
- Four speeds
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic
- Electronic shift
- Torque converter clutch control
- Line pressure controls
The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
...
Other materials:
Brake Caliper - Cobra
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the caliper locating pin E-clip.
4. Remove the caliper locating pin.
5. Remove the front brake flow bolt.
6. Remove the caliper.
7. Remove the brake pa ...
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor - 3.8L
Removal
CAUTION: The mass air flow (MAF) sensor hot wire sensing
element and housing are
calibrated as a unit and must be repaired as a complete assembly. Do not
damage the sensing
element (internal to housing) or possible failure to the mass air f ...
General Information
INTRODUCTION
In the past, when cars were simpler, diagrams were simpler. All components
were connected by wires, and
diagrams seldom exceeded 4 pages in length. Today, some wiring diagrams require
more than 16 pages. It
would be impractical to expect a servi ...
